Bonnie Jean Elston, 69, of Rehoboth Beach, DE passed away peacefully with her family by her side on February 20, 2026.
She was born in Morristown to the late Dale and Shirley (Benward) Young. Bonnie graduated from Hackettstown High School in 1975 and Morris County College in 1977. While at college she met and married the love of her life, the late Donald Elston.
Bonnie had various jobs which included substitute teaching for the Hackettstown School District. Later she worked as a medical receptionist for local doctors. Bonnie liked playing and watching sports. She played field hockey in high school and recreational softball during the summers. In later years she started playing golf. She and Don spent many weekends playing at the former Minebrook Golf Club. Bonnie enjoyed watching college football, especially the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
Bonnie enjoyed hosting family and friends for holidays and other celebrations. The Elston family spent summers at Chadwick Island, NJ. Bonnie’s love of the beach and coastal areas inspired her to move to Rehoboth Beach, DE in 2017. She enjoyed golfing and visiting with neighbors.
Bonnie is survived by her sons David (Christa) Elston and Edward Elston, bonus daughter and son, Sarah Wojcicki Rubano and John Mark (Cameron) Wojicki. Sister, Robin Everingham, Sister-in-Law, Sandy Young, Aunt Donna Lamonaco, Brother-in-law, Gil (Sherry) Elston, niece, Joana (Charles) Baird, nephew, Chris (Megan) Elston and many cousins and friends.
Bonnie is preceded in death by brother, Danny Young, aunt, Jean Feller and uncles, Warren Feller and Ted Benward.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840 with a visitation 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and services at 10:00 am Wednesday, March 4, 2026, followed by a graveside service at Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ.
In lieu flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Cancer Society at https://donate.cancer.org
The family wishes to thank friends and neighbors for their acts of kindness during Bonnie’s illness. A special thank you to Mary Grawehr and Sarah Wijcicki Rubano for their immeasurable care and compassion
8 Condolences for Elston, Bonnie Jean
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Paul & Robin Wallace says
February 26, 2026 at 9:04 pmDear Elston Family
My Wife Robin and I were very saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing, and know our words can do little to ease the pain, please know we are 🙏🏻🙏🏻 praying Our FATHER in Heaven will comfort you all as only HE Can, through Christ Our LORD
Paul & Robin Wallace
tom roe says
February 27, 2026 at 1:49 pmelston family sorry for your loss i also grew up in hackettstown and went to school with bonnie she will be missed
Joe and Janet Lake says
March 1, 2026 at 12:10 amBonnie had a heart of gold. She a member of a wonderful Hackettstown family. Her husband adored her, as did her children. May she be reunited with her husband and family for eternity. Our deepest condolences to her family.
Joy Snyder says
February 27, 2026 at 6:32 pmSo very sorry to hear of the passing of Bonnie…I just loved her laugh and great personality….My Sincere Sympathy to the Young and Elston families…Joy Snyder (Mrs. Lester)
Sharon Schlomer Housel and Pat (Florida) says
February 27, 2026 at 10:26 pmOur condolences To all whose hearts were touched by the loss of Bonnie. So very sorry for your loss.
Eddie meeker says
February 28, 2026 at 1:39 pmI remember Bonnie from school…condolences to her entire extended family…..
Beth Miles says
March 2, 2026 at 5:44 pmRest peacefully Bonnie. I have fond memories of our time spent together at Nana and Pop Pop’s growing up. All 5 of us cousins, we sure did have some great times! My sincere condolences to the entire family and may you all find peace and strength during this difficult time.
Love Don and Beth
Regina Wojcicki says
March 2, 2026 at 11:36 pmSo very sorry to hear of Bonnies passing. We met in grade school. She was so fun to be around, always made me laugh…my thoughts and prayers go out to you all…💕🙏💕
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